The Buffalo Bills’ dramatic Week 15 victory over the New England Patriots was far more than a simple rivalry win; it was a season-saving, division-defining statement.
Trailing 21-0 in the first half at Gillette Stadium, quarterback Josh Allen led the Bills on a historic comeback, scoring five consecutive touchdowns to erase the deficit and secure the thrilling 35-31 win. The victory was crucial, as it prevented the Patriots from clinching the AFC East title on their home turf and kept Buffalo's own slim division hopes mathematically alive heading into the final three weeks of the season.
More importantly for their immediate postseason aspirations, that massive win cemented the Bills (10-4) as the leading Wild Card contender in the highly competitive AFC playoff picture. Currently holding the No. 6 seed, Buffalo’s favorable tiebreakers give them a strong foothold as they enter a demanding closing schedule. With the Los Angeles Chargers and Houston Texans nipping at their heels, maintaining momentum is essential to avoid being dragged back into the desperate fight for the final playoff spots.
That urgency brings the Bills to Cleveland this Sunday for a pivotal matchup against the Browns (3-11). While Cleveland has struggled through a disappointing season, their defense —led by the perennial Defensive Player of the Year candidate Myles Garrett —remains highly disruptive. The quarterback battle is one to watch: Shedeur Sanders will make his fifth NFL start against the reigning MVP in Josh Allen.
Ultimately, Sunday's clash at Huntington Bank Field is an absolute "must-win" for Buffalo. Having survived the biggest challenge of their season by battling back against the Patriots, the Bills cannot afford a letdown against a struggling opponent if they want to secure their spot in the postseason for a seventh straight year. A win would keep the pressure squarely on New England in the AFC East race and put Buffalo on the very brink of officially punching their ticket as the top team in the AFC Wild Card standings.
Bills vs. Browns radio station
- National radio channels: SiriusXM channel 227 (home), 382 (away)
- Bills radio channels: WGR 550
- Browns radio channel: 92.3 The Fan, 98.5 WNCX and ESPN 850, The Cleveland Browns Radio Network
The matchup between the Browns and Bills can be found nationally on SiriusXM (channel 88), along with team-specific channels. The Bills can be found on 382 and the Browns on 227.
Locally, fans in the Buffalo area can tune into WGR 550, which carries Bills games throughout Western New York. In Cleveland, the Browns utilize a unique triple flagship station network: 92.3 The Fan, 98.5 WNCX, and 850 ESPN for their local coverage.
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Bills vs. Browns start time
- Date: Sunday, Dec. 21
- Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
The Bills and Patriots will kick off at 1:00 p.m. On Dec. 21. The game will be broadcast on CBS.
Bills remaining schedule
Here are the Bills remaining games:
| Week | Date | Opponent | Kickoff Time (ET) |
| 17 | Dec. 28 | vs. Eagles | 4:25 p.m. |
| 18 | Jan. 4 | vs. Jets | TBD |
Browns remaining schedule
Here are the Patriots remaining games:
| Week | Date | Opponent | Kickoff Time (ET) |
| 17 | Dec. 28 | vs. Steelers | 1:00 p.m. |
| 18 | Jan. 4 | at Bengals | TBD |